Article #4

Article from BDAV News Vol.13, Edition 4, May 07

Global warming is a topic that has risen in the recent years and has brought about environmental awareness to the population. The consruction industry is a large contributer to the carbon emissions that are released into the environment. With the introduction of the 5 star energy efficient homes by the Victorian government, we are ensuring that a home can continue to be energy efficient during its lifespan rather than only during its construction process. The introduction of energy efficient buildings within the commercial class of buildings is being discussed and seems to be gaining a positive approach from the industry. It is being encouraged that energy efficient building materials are used when buildings are being designed and to think not only about the construction process of the building but also the future in relation to its maintanence.